Spiritual India

Introduction

Amidst its colourful diversity geographically as well as culturally, India is a place known as land of salvation for many. With a rich religious and spiritual heritage to boast of, the country offers a number of world-renowned spiritual and religious attractions. From the famous Char Dhams in North to the exquisitely beautiful old style built temples down south, from the Tibetan monasteries in Ladakh to Buddhist explorations in Bihar – the country is a proud host to an astounding multicultural effect for every traveller.

Whether it’s exploring teachings of a new religion or the architectural marvel of the temples that holds your interest, you’re bound to find what you seek with spiritual tour in India. Home to several religions and ethnicities, the spiritual tour in India takes you on a journey that is bound to leave a distinct effect on you and meant to touch your soul.

Destinations

Uttarakhand, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Bihar, Odisha, Rajasthan, Gujarat

Highlights

Char Dham (Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri) – Uttarakhand
Ghats and temples at Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)
Har Ki Paori at Haridwar (Uttarakhand)
Jagannath Temple (Odisha)
Mahabodhi Temple (Bihar)
Beach temples at Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu)
Sri Venkateshwara temple at Tirupati (Tamil Nadu)
Ajmer-e-Sharif dargah (Rajasthan)
The Golden Temple (Punjab)
Dwarkadheesh Temple (Gujarat)

Entertainment and Nightlife

Entertainment and nightlife acquire very different meaning in these regions of India. Open prayer sessions and traditions of every religion offer curiosity and keep you well occupied. At some places, you can also get short-term courses on teachings of several religions, thus offering you a rare insight.

Other Attractions

Caves of Wonder (Odisha)
Wagah border (Punjab)
Adventure sports and camping at Rishikesh (Uttarakhand)

Cuisines

Gujarati cuisine (Khakra, Thepla, Meethi Dal, Dhokla)
Uttarakhand cuisine (Bhang ki Chutney, Gahat ki Dal, Mandua Chapati, Urad Dal ke Pakore, Til ki Chutney)
South Indian cuisine (Idli, Dosa, Sambhar, Rasam, Manga Chammanthi, Unakka Kappa Vevichathu)
Punjabi cuisine ( Lassi, Naan-butter chicken, Malai Kofta, chole bhature)

Luxury meter

The entire environment in spiritual tour is very different from the rest of the tours and has a unique kind of zeal to it seeing the devotion of ardent devotees, various spiritual approaches to religion and finding your connection with that supreme universal power. For tourists, there are well-maintained resorts and five star hotels that ensure a smooth stay with all luxury amenities to keep every tourist at optimal comfort.

Gay-friendly quotient

The entire region under this tour is a gay-friendly area with all amenities. However, since it’s a religious/spiritual tour, it is always advisable to refrain from public displays of affection (PDA) in public areas.